Grabbing your car keys, raising your hand, picking up a fallen pencil— all of these simple, everyday movements are reliant on a healthy shoulder. The shoulder is a very complex joint made up of bone, ligament, tendons, and muscles that enables us to work and have fun.

In order to avoid a more serious, long-term condition, any discomfort or pain should be checked out immediately. Contact our local OPA Ortho office today for a consultation.

Common Shoulder Conditions in Renton

Our professional medical team here in Renton will be able to discern what is causing shoulder pain or discomfort.

Some common shoulder conditions in Renton include:

• Arthritis. When the cartilage that cushions the shoulder joint wears down over time, it can cause inflammation and pain.
• Bursitis and Tendonitis. A small sac filled with fluid (the bursa) both protects the tendons and cushions the upper arm bone. If it becomes impaired, it may cause friction in that area of the shoulder.
• Dislocation. The shoulder is a ball-and-socket joint. Shoulder the upper arm (ball) pop out of place (within the socket), it is known as shoulder dislocation.
• Separation. If the shoulder blade becomes detached from the collarbone or, more commonly, the surrounding ligaments become damaged, it causes a serious injury known as shoulder separation.
• Biceps Tendon Rupture. Although the bicep runs the length of the upper arm, it connects near the shoulder. A rupture most often occurs due to a sudden damaging impact, such as abruptly catching something heavy.
• Rotator Cuff Tears. The shoulder is comprised of four different groupings of stabilizing muscles and tendons that allow for shoulder movement, including rotation. A tear in this area is usually indicated by a deep recurring pain, reduced reach, or general arm weakness.

Considering the complicated nature of the shoulder joint, there are many potential conditions that could arise if proper steps are not taken. They range in severity, so if you are experiencing shoulder pain in Renton, please do contact our experts as soon as possible.

Symptoms of Shoulder Conditions in Renton

Many conditions have overlapping or similar symptoms to one another, so if you are experiencing any of the following contact OPA Ortho.

You may have a shoulder condition if you feel:

• Recurring stiffness
• Recurring pain
• Arm weakness or numbness
• Dull aches
• Inability to reach up or behind
• Swelling

Shoulder Pain Treatments in Renton

After an initial consultation, our team will be able to recommend a treatment plan for your specific shoulder needs. Even for more serious shoulder conditions, many different options are available without necessarily needing surgery or invasive procedures.

Some of the at-home options available include:

• Rest from vigorous activities
• Hot or cold therapy
• Gentle, at-home exercises
• Pain medication
• Physical therapy

OPA Ortho also has options for more serious conditions. During your consultation, feel free to inquire into the following:

• Injections
• Partial rotator cuff repair
• Total rotator cuff repair
• Cartilage repair
• Biceps tendon rupture repair
• Total shoulder replacement
• Reverse total shoulder replacement
• Complex shoulder instability repair

Shoulder Specialist in Renton

Everyone deserves to live a healthy, mobile life. If you notice any symptoms or general shoulder or neck pain, please do not wait. Our friendly, highly experienced team is available to help you so give us a call today.

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